The Best Way to Add PDFs or Downloads to Squarespace
If you’ve ever wanted to share downloadable files on your Squarespace website, like PDFs, presentations, or any other documents, there’s now a super simple way to do it directly within Squarespace.
Whether you’re offering a free guide, a digital resource, or a presentation for clients, this step-by-step guide will show you how to upload a PDF to Squarespace and create a direct download link in minutes.
Why Upload Files to Squarespace?
Adding downloadable files to your website is a great way to share resources, collect leads, or provide value to your visitors. Common examples include:
PDF guides or eBooks
Client presentations
Menus or price lists
Printable checklists or forms
With the latest Squarespace updates, you no longer need third-party storage or complex workarounds, you can upload files directly inside your site editor.
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Step-by-Step: How to Upload a PDF to Squarespace
1. Go to the “Pages” section
From your Squarespace dashboard, head to the Pages panel. This is where all your site pages live.
2. Add a new Link page
Click the + button to create something new, then choose Link. This lets you link to an external page, or in this case, a file.
3. Select the File option
In the URL field that appears, click inside the box. You’ll see a File option pop up. Choose it.
4. Upload your PDF (or any other file)
Click Upload File and choose the document from your computer. For most users, this will be a PDF, but Squarespace supports other file types as well.
Once uploaded, Squarespace automatically generates a unique URL for your file.
5. Name your file and save
Give your new link a title (for example, “Download My PDF Guide”), then hit Save.
Now, when you click the link, it opens your PDF in the browser. Visitors can view it directly or click the download icon in the top corner to save it to their device.
That’s It, Your File Is Live!
And that’s all there is to it. In just a few clicks, you’ve uploaded a file to Squarespace, created a link, and made it downloadable for visitors.
